Summer House, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of Roxana Palomares as our new Executive Director, effective September 2024. Roxana has been an integral part of the Summer House family for over a decade, demonstrating unwavering dedication and leadership throughout her journey with the organization. Prior to her new role, Roxana served as Summer […]

The Whoville Winter Wonderland and Holiday Party was a huge success! This magical evening brought together incredible food catered by Eddie Ellenburgh, thoughtful gifts provided by generous community members, festive music, and countless smiles, creating memories to last a lifetime. Santa Claus made a special stop to greet everyone and help hand out gifts. Team

“It seemed they had always been, and would always be friends. Time could change much, but not that.”— Winnie the Pooh This year, we celebrate not just 50 years of time but 50 years of laughter, memories, and the bond of friendship that has stood the test of time. Through the changing seasons of life,

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), also known as Personal Attendants (PAs), are more than just caregivers, they are trained care partners who play an essential role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Unlike traditional caregivers, who may perform tasks for those in their care, DSPs and PAs work alongside individuals, helping them build and

Residents of Davis Summer House and a few clients from SLS embarked on an exciting journey on a sunny Wednesday June morning, heading to Vallejo, California. With sunscreen applied, walking shoes laced up, and smiles all around, the day promised to be filled with fun and adventure. Upon arrival at the theme park, the group

Introduction Paul, a young man diagnosed with an Intellectual Disability, faced an uncertain future after high school. Little did he know that a sunny spring day in 1972 would change his life forever. This was the first time Paul saw the UC Davis Aggie Marching Band, sparking a lifelong passion that would lead him to

This year marks Summer House, Inc.’s 50th anniversary, and we could not be more excited to celebrate all that Summer House has accomplished. Summer House’s venture started as a pilot program and a rented house, six clients, and five staff. Today, we have more than seventy team members and over eighty clients. Since the start,

“It’s not about being the first to do something, but being the first to do it well” …And he did! Lon Springer, a modest gentleman, contributed to Summer House’s success over the years and the individuals whom he worked with and those who continue to carry the torch benefited from his directorship. We recently sat

We at Summer House Like to Whistle, Sing, Dance, and Connect with Others While We Work! Our Summer House history tells us where we came from and how it all started, but our organization’s culture defines who we are as care partners in the social service field. Our culture is an atmosphere and a “feeling”

It is quite common to see both terms within the human services community, and a question that has been frequently debated, which is the “right” term. Does it even matter? While some may say it does not, Summer House has made a move to stick with just one. Why? In a nutshell, words matter! Words